Some people object to taking vows, but in the Bible you will find many great men of God directed by covenants, promises, vows and pledges.  A carnal man refuses the discipline of such commitments.  He says, “I want to be free.  It is legalism.”  There are many religious tramps in the world who will not be bound by anything.  Now there are five vows I have in mind which we do well to make and keep.  1.  Deal thoroughly with sin.  2.  Never own anything- get rid of the sense of possessing.  3.  Never defend yourself.  4.  Never pass anything on about anybody else that will hurt him.  5.  Never accept any glory.  Remember that these five vows are not something you write in the back of your Bible and forget.  They have got to be written in your own blood.